You need maintenance and repair for conveyors right away. Although your business' conveyors lower labor costs and increase production speed while functioning properly, they will do just the opposite if running incorrectly--or not running at all.

Perhaps you need an entirely new conveyor system. In that case, you may require experts to install your equipment. Hopefully, all you need is some great conveyor maintenance service; many companies can provide you with this, or help you to create your own maintenance program. And from time to time, you're sure to need conveyor repair services. In most cases, you'll need an experienced company to fix your business' conveyors properly. But before contacting a service company for maintenance and repair for conveyors, consider whether you need:

1. An expert in conveyor and conveyor belt installation,

2. A specialist in conveyor and conveyor belt maintenance,

3. Or a pro in conveyor and conveyor belt repair.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find help for conveyor belt installation

Getting your conveyor set up properly--the first time--is half the battle. If you've purchased your conveyor new, the manufacturer can often provide installation services. Otherwise, seek a company experienced in installing and adapting conveyors for businesses.

I recommend: Grisham Industries offers a range of conveyor services, including fabrication and installation. Hilmot provides entirely new installations, MDR retrofit modernizations or adaptation of conveyor systems. NMI Industrial works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week installing conveyors and other equipment. CHL Systems offers installation, integration and service of conveyors.

Get conveyor belt maintenance services

Although conveyors may seem simple, they require considerable maintenance to function efficiently. A good conveyor maintenance program will prevent more costly repairs down the road. Experts in maintenance can either come into your business and completely handle conveyor maintenance, or they can offer advice and expertise to help your employees create their own maintenance program.

I recommend: The Rose Corporation maintains industrial equipment, including conveyors. Conveyor Craft does preventative conveyor maintenance, including checking alignment, lubrication of bearings, inspection of safety equipment and more. Marshall Industrial Technologies helps your business design and implement a preventive maintenance program. National Conveyor and Welding offers a full range of conveyor maintenance and repair services.

Search for experts in conveyor repairs

Even the best maintained conveyor is going to need repairs now and then. If you have qualified employees to do this work, all they'll need is a good source for conveyor parts. Otherwise, hire an outside company experienced in conveyor repairs.

I recommend: A-1 Conveyor Service provides on-site welding, lace repair and mechanical repair of conveyors. Quality Belt Service offers 24 hour emergency conveyor repairs service, including belt repair, splicing and more. U.S. Materials Handling provides repair services for conveyors. Airmatic sells mechanical conveyor components and accessories.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Even the best made conveyors need regular conveyor maintenance services. The easiest way to keep track of your maintenance program is to create a spreadsheet that includes information on conveyor make, model, serial number, length and belt width, belt type, motor type, date of the last maintenance inspection and the type of maintenance performed. You should also include the manufacturer's contact information.